Chapter 189 Are You Jealous?

Chloe’s face registered astonishment as she responded, “No. What did you hear?”

She had briefly worked alongside the janitor when she first joined Fairlight but had since transferred to the marketing department. They would occasionally exchange a few words when they crossed paths in the company, gradually becoming acquainted with one another.

“One of your department colleagues has been badmouthing you in the restroom for several days, and it’s the same person every time.”

A shadow of concern crept over Chloe’s face as she inquired, Do you happen to know the name of that person?”

“I heard others calling her Ms. Nelly or Kelly or something like that,” the janitor replied.

Chloe’s mind quickly made the connection -the marketing department had only one person with a name that sounded like that, Ellie Miller.

Coincidentally, as Chloe made her way to Joseph, she crossed paths with a high–level executive from another department who gave her a thumbs–up and a smile. “Good going, Chloe! On your way to see Mr. Joseph again?”

She forced a smile, her body tensing slightly. “I’m just heading to the rooftop for some fresh air.”

“Don’t be shy. Ellie already spilled the beans. You’re pursuing Mr. Joseph, always heading upstairs to find him after work.

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Your boldness is admirable but let me give you some friendly advice, there’s a limit to everything. Don’t bother Mr. Joseph too much and risk getting fired.”

of their worthiness, and second, they also knew that Joseph was not an easy person to deal with. While there

euphemistic as it appeared on the surface. In the eyes of others, Chloe’s behavior was not seen as courageous, but rather a display

honest with you, I recently had a minor conflict with Ellie. She has recently turned to making snide remarks about me. As a high–level leader such as yourself, it’s important to be cautious about attracting unwanted attention. If someone with ulterior motives were

moment, lost in thought. Chloe remained silent after conveying her point. She chose not to elaborate any further. This time, she

underground parking lot.

not far away and felt a tinge of guilt as he responded, “Ms. Chloe, please head

head home

was consulting Joseph. Finally, the response came, “Mr. Joseph says he’ll join

the phone, Chloe frowned at her phone. Her woman’s

at the villa,

served at eight o’clock. Chloe cast a glance at the darkening sky outside the window and furrowed her brows. Joseph had a good sense

not until ten o’clock that Joseph returned. Chloe keenly noticed the faint creases on his impeccably tailored suit, as though someone had been clinging tightly to his arm. Her eyes flickered with a mixture of curiosity and

as he tossed his suit onto the sofa. He closed his eyes and

gotten cold. I’ll heat it up,” Chloe offered, making her way to the kitchen. “Did you have a lot to drink during your meeting? Would you like me to make you

“No need.”

at the dining table, Chloe noticed Joseph ate very little, barely touching the dishes in front of him. Curiosity got the better of her

of an appetite today,” Joseph said lightly, setting down his

early today. I’ll take Toto for his night

her with his charming eyes. “Are you showing

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